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Pézenas and villages

The way of life in the vineyards, on the banks of the river Hérault
Are you looking for an enjoyable trip which combines both cultural and vinicultural exploration? If so, then keep reading!

Welcome to Pézenas, located in the heart of a Historical and Artistic Area

In this culturally-rich and exciting medieval city, follow in the footsteps of Molière, admire the outstanding architecture of the town that was home to the Governors of Languedoc in the 16th and 17th centuries, visit the workshops of artisan producers in the heart of the town and take part in the numerous activities and festivals that take place throughout the year: There are so many reasons to keep coming back, including Rencontres Cinématographiques, Printival Boby Lapointe, Molière: theatre in all its brilliance, Mirondela Dels Arts, les Estivales, Pézenas Enchantée, La maman des poissons, and bric-a-brac stalls

A patchwork of charming villages amongst the vineyards

From Adissan to Bessan, from the first buttresses of Cévannes up to the Mediterranean Sea, the vineyards have gently carpeted this natural amphitheatre, through which the Hérault river meanders. In this predominantly wine-growing region, the road winds towards villages that have been there since the Middle Ages, sheltered by their church or castle. Montagnac, Caux, Nizas, Saint-Pons de Mauchiens, Saint-Thibéry… Escape to the villages to discover heritage treasures, markets or traditional festivals led by their "animaux totémiques" (an animal that represents the village). Enjoy the good life and authenticity that Languedoc has to offer.

In the birthplace of the vines, Nature and humans work together to produce outstanding wine

Our vineyard, planted in the Classical era by the Ancient Greeks, and developed by the Romans, is situated in the heart of the largest wine-growing region in France. Its incredible geological diversity includes volcanic, sandstone, limestone, sandy and shingle soils. As you get closer to the sea, the heath is gradually replaced by flat vineyards.

Wine leads us naturally towards other iconic local produce, such as figs from Nézignan-l'Evêque, sweet onions from Lézignan-la-Cèbe and olives from Bessan, all of which are inseparable from the good regional tables. And this little culinary taster must pay tribute to the delicious specialities of Pézenas, such as "petit pâtés" and boiled sweets. Without a doubt, thinking about the Pézenas area makes your mouth water!